The Venus de Milo. The Discus Thrower. The Parthenon. Ranging from prehistoric times until the 2nd-century BC, the art and architecture of ancient Greece are seen here in more than 1,000 full color photographs. The text—supplemented by maps, timelines, and diagrams—details the remarkable accomplishments of Greek civilization, and additional sections examine the culture's skillful city-planning. Many of Greece's noteworthy rulers, philosophers, and warriors are discussed, along with the lifestyle of the everyday people.